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Phonetic Variation and IdentityA Cross-Cultural Perspective

by Emma White 1,*
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FLCS  2021, 24; 3(2), 24; https://doi.org/10.69610/j.flcs.20211117
Received: 23 September 2021 / Accepted: 21 October 2021 / Published Online: 17 November 2021
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The present paper explores the complex interplay between phonetic variation and identity from a cross-cultural perspective. Through a comparative analysis of various linguistic communities, this study delves into how phonetic features, such as accent, intonation, and rhythm, contribute to the construction of individual and collective identities. By examining the ways in which phonetic differences are perceived and interpreted across cultures, the research highlights the social and psychological dimensions of identity formation. The paper further discusses the role of phonetic variation in shaping social hierarchies, fostering group cohesion, and influencing language policies. Ultimately, the findings underscore the importance of acknowledging phonetic diversity as a rich resource for understanding the multifaceted nature of identity in different cultural contexts.

Keywords: Phonetic Variation, Identity Construction, Cross-Cultural Studies, Linguistic Communities, Social Identity.;
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White, E. Phonetic Variation and IdentityA Cross-Cultural Perspective. Frontiers of Language and Communication Studies, 2021, 3, 24. https://doi.org/10.69610/j.flcs.20211117
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White E. Phonetic Variation and IdentityA Cross-Cultural Perspective. Frontiers of Language and Communication Studies; 2021, 3(2):24. https://doi.org/10.69610/j.flcs.20211117
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White, Emma 2021. "Phonetic Variation and IdentityA Cross-Cultural Perspective" Frontiers of Language and Communication Studies 3, no.2:24. https://doi.org/10.69610/j.flcs.20211117
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White, E. (2021). Phonetic Variation and IdentityA Cross-Cultural Perspective. Frontiers of Language and Communication Studies, 3(2), 24. https://doi.org/10.69610/j.flcs.20211117

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